Pasta Fagioli Soup

This is simple to make, but very good. A friend of mine, who is a vegetarian, gave me the recipe.

• Ready In: 3 hrs 20 mins
• Serves: 5

Ingredients

• 2 (14 1/2ounce) cans beef broth
• 1 (16 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed & drained
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2  medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise & sliced
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons  minced garlic
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
• 1⁄2 cup small shell pasta, uncooked
•  grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

1. In slow cooker, combine all ingredients except for pasta and cheese; mix well. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours.
2. Stir in pasta. Cover and cook for 30 minutes longer or until pasta is tender. Don't overcook as pasta will disintegrate.
3. Serve soup with cheese.